Junior and Ladies Trap Shooting

youth shooting shotgun trap at Chief Okemos Sportsmans Club in Dimondale Michigan

Junior & Ladies Trap Shooting – 2026 Season

You do not have to be a COSC member to participate in this program.

There is no cost to participate, as the program is funded through an NRA Grant.

To sign up for the Junior and Ladies Trap Program or to ask questions, please contact:

Dan Reid
719-0416
reid.danielw@yahoo.com

Class materials must be ordered for each participant, so please contact Gary in advance to let him know who from your household plans to attend.


Who Can Participate?

  • Juniors in 3rd through 12th grade
  • Ladies of all experience levels (age 18 and above)

Parents and grandparents are encouraged to bring future shooters out to the club so we can teach them how to safely handle and shoot a shotgun (approximately 8 lbs). Participants will also learn valuable life skills such as discipline, sportsmanship, and confidence.

Safety is strongly emphasized and strictly adhered to at all times.


2026 Program Schedule

The Junior and Ladies Trap Shooting sessions will return for the 2026 season.

  • New participants: April 14 and April 21 at 5:00 PM
  • Regular season: April 28 through September 8
  • Schedule: Every Tuesday at 5:00 PM
  • End time: Approximately 7:00 PM

Sessions are held weather permitting (generally not held if there is more than a 40% chance of rain).


What’s Provided?

COSC provides:

  • Instructionand coaching from NRA-certified shotgun instructors and Range Safety Officers
  • Safety equipment
  • Shotguns (if needed)
  • Clay targets
  • Ammunition (12 gauge or 20 gauge)
  • NRA Marksmanship awards through the NRA Marksmanship Qualification Program

If you have your own shotgun, you are welcome to bring it.

There is no cost to juniors or their parents.


Shooter Divisions

We offer three junior divisions, plus Ladies:

  1. Rookie Division – Grades 5 and under
  2. Intermediate Division – Grades 6–8
  3. Senior Division – Grades 9–12

When time permits, fun shooting games may also be included.


NRA Marksmanship Awards

Participants may earn NRA Marksmanship awards, progressing through skill levels in the NRA Marksmanship Qualification Program. These awards recognize dedication, improvement, and shooting proficiency.


Junior Requirements

The only two requirements for junior participation are:

  • Be mature enough to understand and follow trap safety rules and procedures
  • Be physically able to safely hold a shotgun and shoot 25 rounds of ammunition

Suggested attire:

  • Closed-toe shoes
  • Long pants
  • Long-sleeve shirts
  • Hair tied back (if long)
  • Brimmed hat

Please dress for the weather conditions.


For additional information, please contact:

Dan Reid
719-0416
COSC Ladies/Junior Trap Program